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Latest data shows that Canadian wine consumers are favouring Australia
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (412+ words) wine. co. za Latest data shows that Canadian wine consumers are favouring Australia Since early 2025, the restrictions on the sales of alcoholic products produced in the United States (US) have caused large changes in the dynamic of the Canadian wine…...
Cabernet Franc Challenge delivers eleventh different winner in 11 years
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (182+ words) They were awarded the Cobie van Oort Cabernet Franc Challenge Trophy at a prize giving function on 19 May 2026 at the Ridgeback Winery in Paarl. The top six single varietal wines, top three Cab Franc dominated blends and the Best Value…...
Celebrate Chardonnay Day with Avontuur Wines
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (524+ words) Two wines. One landscape. Endless expression. There are few varieties as quietly expressive as Chardonnay. It does not arrive loudly; it reveals itself. In the right hands, and in the right place, it becomes a lens" reflecting not only a…...
So, you want to publish a wine book?
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (396+ words) wine. co. za So, you want to publish a wine book? Sommelier Cha Mc Coy was cycling through the plains of vineyards in Mendoza. As she took in the stunning foothills of the Andes all around her, she could have…...
Winter pairings arrive at Bistro Sixteen82
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (647+ words) This winter, Bistro Sixteen82 at'Steenberg Farm'is introducing a refreshed seasonal menu shaped by comfort, shared dining, and a closer integration with the estate's newly launched Canvas Collection wines. The winter offering brings together five small plates designed for sharing, reflecting both…...
French beer overtakes wine consumption
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (210+ words) wine. co. za French beer overtakes wine consumption Beer has nudged ahead of wine in France for the first time in modern history, according to figures from Brasseurs de France and the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV). The…...
The best child-friendly wine farms in the Cape Winelands - the winter edition
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (554+ words) wine. co. za The best child-friendly wine farms in the Cape Winelands - the winter edition Babylonstoren in winter is pure magic " even for the little ones. Kids can wander through the garden paths; pick and eat fruit straight from a…...
Fireside favourite: Perdeberg's The Dry Land Collection Tenacious Syrah 2024 sets the tone for winter
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (164+ words) Answering that call is The Dry Land Collection Tenacious Syrah 2024, a bold, expressive standout from Perdeberg Wines, which forms part of their ultra-premium range. Sourced from vineyards in the Swartland region, the grapes are grown without irrigation, relying solely on…...
A wine drive safari at Waterford Estate in Stellenbosch
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (304+ words) wine. co. za A wine drive safari at Waterford Estate in Stellenbosch In the centre of the romantic courtyard at Waterford Estate is an elegant fountain framed by leafy trees. This European setting strewn with plush outdoor furniture alludes to…...
La Motte invites discerning collectors to join exclusive Collector's Club
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (295+ words) wine. co. za La Motte invites discerning collectors to join exclusive Collector's Club La Motte Wine Estate in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley is one of South Africa's leading wine destinations with a rich French Huguenot winemaking heritage, an acclaimed wine…...